1835
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Uria Brunnichii is a 1835 ink by Robert Havell Jr., a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting depicts a bird in flight, its wings spread wide. The bird's body is predominantly black and white, with a distinctive black head and white belly. Its wings and tail are black, while its feet are a reddish-brown hue. The bird's eye is a striking red, adding a pop of color to the otherwise monochromatic palette. The background of the painting features a subtle gradient of blue, evoking the sky or water. The overall effect is one of dynamic movement, as if the bird is soaring through the air. The painting is an example of Romanticism, a movement that emphasized emotion and nature. To learn more about this style, explore the Romanticism movement.
The Havell family of Reading, Berkshire, England, included a number of notable engravers, etchers and painters, as well as writers, publishers, educators, and musicians.
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